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Christopher Wren & Oliver Cromwell: The 1657 Appointment of Wren as Gresham Professor of Astronomy

Professor Tony Mann · Gresham College

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Of all the august and admirable Gresham Professors, Christopher Wren attracts special attention. A noted Polymath and innovator in mathematics, it's something of a surprise that he was Gresham Professor of Astronomy. Professor Tony Mann talks about the politics that lead to this appointment.

The talk

  1. Christopher Wren & Oliver Cromwell: The 1657 Appointment of Wren as Gresham Professor of Astronomy YouTube

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Gresham College
Speaker
Professor Tony Mann
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Subjects
Mathematics, History, Teaching and learning
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Gresham College
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